Tech Jobs in California

[full-time] IT Engineering Services Manager at Redback Networks, Inc.

2008-03-26 08:57:34

Location: San Jose
Description:

About Redback
Redback is working in the areas of DSL, Carrier Ethernet, IPTV, IMS, WiMax, high performance interfaces and wireless amongst others. It is looking for a Manager, Standardization as part of the team to help influence standardization bodies in the above areas to reflect Redback strategy. We are looking for an analytical, insightful individual who can strategize the standards to be developed, socialize this with other key stakeholders in the company and drive this through the standards bodies.

IT Engineering Services Manager

Redback Networks designs and markets networking solutions that enable telecommunications carriers to deploy next generation broadband services such as VoIP, IPTV, On-Demand Video, and on-line gaming. Redback was founded in 1996 and was acquired by Ericsson in January 2007 for $2.1 Billion in cash. We remain a wholly owned subsidiary and are based in San Jose, CA. We are experiencing rapid growth and are looking for new talent to join the IT team.

We are seeking a hands-on IT Engineering Services Manager to support and grow Redback’s core global IT infrastructure. In this role you will play a critical role in enhancing strong relationships between the IT dept and the R&D management and leaders in the company, ensuring that support services stay ahead of business needs. You will also lead a small team of Linux and storage systems administrators tasked with designing, deploying, and operating the company’s worldwide R&D infrastructure, including several hundred Linux servers and over 75TB of storage in our San Jose and Vancouver data centers. Specific responsibilities include:

• Oversee and manage day-to-day operation of our engineering services in San Jose and Vancouver, including management and capacity planning of Unix servers and NAS storage systems, backup systems, Clearcase and CVS systems, build servers, and over 1,000 netbooted engineer workstations
• Implement next generation tiered storage and backup systems, evaluate best ways to increase flexibility through virtualization, and manage a migration from Gentoo Linux to Red Hat
• Design and deploy best practices regarding system monitoring, change control, service level agreements, root cause analysis, and assist in the creation of engineering support policies and standards
• Provide guidance and recommendations on architectural changes and enhancements to the R&D infrastructure to improve reliably and performance, reduce cost, and anticipate company growth
• Create, document, manage operational processes to ensure consistency
• Provide senior level leadership to the Information Technology team, assist with mentoring and providing technical guidance to more junior staff members

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years Unix experience plus at least 4 years personnel management experience
• Experience managing software or hardware R&D environments is strongly desired
• Demonstrated experience must include senior level Linux systems administration work (Gentoo and/or Red Hat preferred)
• Extensive hands-on experience with NetApp NAS (or equivalent) high availability environments, including OnTap7, snapmirror, flexvol, and snapvault software
• Experience deploying and supporting enterprise netboot enviroments
• Experience with the following UNIX software and tools: Apache, BIND, RSYNC, Sendmail, Postfix, Amavis, Nagios, gmake, gcc, PAM, proc filesystem, sysctl
• Strong knowledge of the following programming and scripting languages: Perl, Python, shell, Expect, C
• In-depth understanding of common network protocols and their associated servers such as NFS, SSH, FTP, RSYNC, DNS, DHCP, NIS, TCP/IP, SAMBA, iSCSI, POP, IMAP
• Senior level understanding the architecture of TCP/IP LANs and WANs
• Basic Microsoft Windows and Office skills are required
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple problems and issues with minimal supervision, excellent organizational skills, a teamwork approach to work but also act independently to solve problems when necessary
• Knowledge of ITIL standards particularly as related to incident, problem, and change management
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills, resiliency in the face of continual change, and ability to handle high demands
• Good oral and written English communication skills, strong interpersonal skills
• Availability to occasionally travel to national and international locations
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and after hours work

Education

• College degree (BA or BS) in a computer science or engineering field, or equivalent experience

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[full-time] Software Developer/Project Manager at Volt Services Group

2008-03-26 08:41:13

Location: Mountain View
URL: http://volt.com

Description:

Software Developer/Project Manager

Description:
Volt Technical Resources #1 client in Mountain View, CA is currently looking for a Software Developer with strong Project Management skills. As a contractor you will have to build tools using MS Access or internal Microsoft tools. You will be developing systems and structures to facilitate and sustain financial business process tracking and reporting. Gathering data between cross functional organization and support structures, creating and analyzing budgeting reports, summaries and scorecards.

This contract is estimated to be 3-6months in length.
At Volt Technical Resources, we connect talented people with respected companies. Volt offers you unique access to these employment opportunities, matching your skills with intriguing projects and cutting-edge technologies. Employment options – from contract and contingent, temporary-to-direct hire, and direct placement – are designed to support your availability and career requirements. Comprehensive benefits programs and training opportunities further empower employees to contribute their best ideas and insights.

With locations and opportunities across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia, Volt is a Fortune 1000 leader that has been helping lead companies locate the right people for over 50 years. To learn more about our diverse opportunities where your talents can make a world of difference, please visit http://www.volt.com To see more of our job postings, please visit http://jobs.volt.com Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace.

Please note duration of contract and contingent, temporary-to-direct hire and direct hire opportunities are projected and/or estimated timeframes only. Assignments may be extended beyond and/or end prior to these estimated timeframes.

Requirements:
2-4 years work related experience. Management skills required.

MS Access, Excel, SQL, XML

ASP.NET using Ajax.

Financial Background.

Location: Mountain View, CA

Type: CONTRACT

Duration: 120 – 180 Days

Pay Rate: DOE

Contact:

Volt Services Group (Technical)
SantaRosa027499@volt.com
Volt Services Group
131 Stony Circle, Ste. 990
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
PH: 707/568-2930
FX: 707/568-2934

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[full-time] Channel Sales Manager - IP Video Products at Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

2008-03-26 08:37:43

Location: Orange
URL: http://www.toshiba.com

Description:

JOB OVERVIEW:

Responsible for selling Toshiba’s IP Video products to the VAR (Value Added Reseller) and Distribution channels. The position is based out of your home office however local candidates work from corporate offices in Irvine, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Establish relationships with key decision makers in IT Distributors and VARs. Secure “Executive Buy In” to actively promote Toshiba IP Video Products. * Launch and provide ongoing expansion of VAR Programs. * Negotiate Marketing Programs with IT Distributors. Maximize the effectiveness of marketing programs by utilizing existing resources both within TAIS and outside of TAIS. * Prepare detailed forecast sales by customer by model on a monthly basis. * Work with TAIS Finance department and customer’s accounts payable to ensure orders credit issues do not impede achievement of sales forecast. * Perform other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

* BS/BA Marketing, Business Administration, or an equivalent combination of education and related business experience. * Plus a minimum of ten (10) years in direct sales, with experience selling directly to Distribution (e.g. Ingram, Synnex, Tiger Direct, Tech Data) * Proven skills in development and implementation of VAR programs and pricing strategies. * Excellent analytical skills with the ability to proactively recognize issues and to develop solutions & processes/programs to exceed expectations. * Outstanding written and verbal skills with the ability to present to senior management and influence and gain the confidence of both internal and external customers. * Proven track record of building team consensus and collaborating across functional lines. * 50% national travel will be required.

Please email your resume as a Word.doc attachment to: employment@tais.com including job code 004218/MB in the subject line.

TAIS diversity:

TAIS supports a diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to value and promote diversity. Workforce diversity allows the Company to derive benefits from different viewpoints and perspectives in decision-making, fosters greater innovation and creativity, and a broad pool of qualified applicants. Diversity facilitates a broader, richer cultural environment for the Company’s employees.

TAIS Benefits:

TAIS has designed a comprehensive, yet flexible, benefit program to offer freedom of choice options to address the different needs you and your family may have. With that in mind, we offer a wide range of health benefits, life activity, education/career development and financial savings/security programs and empower our employees by providing them with the tools and the information they need to effectively manage their health/wellness care.

ABOUT TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TAIS):

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba has world wide sales of over $60 billion (FY2006) and approximately 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. For more information visit the company’s Website at www.toshiba.com

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[full-time] Manager, Online Strategy (Internet Product Manager) at Herbalife Headquarters

2008-03-25 20:46:40

Location: Torrance
URL: http://herbalife.com

Description:

Manager, Online Strategy (Internet Product Manager)

Are you a multitalented web product manager who can strategize global business tools and manage a team to implement them, create world-class web usability and develop a global marketing plan that raises subscription numbers and user satisfaction?

A multi-billion dollar health and fitness company operating in more than 60 countries needs an experience internet professional to develop global product strategy for online business tools.

* Work closely with other User Experience professionals, including online strategists, information architects, designers, developers, analysts and IT * Attractive compensation package

Responsibilities

* Ensure Distributor-facing business tools achieve the overarching business goals of the company, including optimal user experience and an increase in global subscriptions. * This role demands the ability to work at multiple levels across numerous projects simultaneously, both in a hands-on capacity as well as directing the work of others * You’ll develop (and guide the development of) strategic plans, evolving a strategy for interactive global business tools and content, and being the thought leader for online usability best practices and functional specifications based on quantitative web metrics and regular user feedback. * Both strong team leadership and hands-on execution (e.g., creating wireframes, functional specs, process flows, etc.) will be required for success in this position. * This role will include working closely with our IT and marketing teams, other business units, regional leaders, Distributors and outside vendors. * Develop and implement new workflow procedures where applicable.

Qualifications

* Minimum of 3 years experience with increasing responsibility and people management in web product management and online user experience. * Extension experience managing product development of websites from ideation to launch, including the creation of proposals, specifications, use cases, marketing plans, wireframes, site maps and creative briefs. * Project management and international web experience a plus. * Outstanding skills in writing, speaking, leading and building interpersonal relationships, especially internationally. * Organized and detail-oriented. Must be hands-on as well as strategic. * Ability to organize workload for effective implementation. Ability to solve practical problems a must, with strong results orientation. * Experience with site subscription business model preferred. * Internet marketing and multilevel marketing experience a plus * Some international travel may be required.

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